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BMW 525

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,497 cc

Y227 VSDMOT history

Y227 VSD is a silver petrol BMW 525 first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2022.

Y227 VSD silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2023
Mileage
124,016 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y227 VSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y227 VSD was last recorded at 124,016 miles on 1 Aug 2022, 9,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,605 miles · 10 May 2021
Between the last two tests
9,411 miles
Average per year
4,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,016 miles
  • 2021 – 114,605 miles
  • 2020 – 110,261 miles
  • 2019 – 110,259 miles
  • 2018 – 107,840 miles
  • 2017 – 101,233 miles
  • 2016 – 98,998 miles
  • 2015 – 97,540 miles
  • 2013 – 93,999 miles
  • 2012 – 88,146 miles
  • 2010 – 79,912 miles
  • 2009 – 70,519 miles
  • 2008 – 63,008 miles
  • 2007 – 55,409 miles
  • 2006 – 47,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,016 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (Both) (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (Under engine) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater lens damage
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,016 miles (+9,411)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    124,016 miles
    Test number
    522918445491
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (Both) (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (Under engine) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater lens damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,605 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    114,605 miles
    Test number
    885599554677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underneath engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail114,605 miles (+4,344)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,605 miles
    Test number
    485749410701
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underneath engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,261 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    110,261 miles
    Test number
    279119290105
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail110,261 miles (+2)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,261 miles
    Test number
    701587000835
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail110,259 miles (+2,419)2 dangerous7 major1 repaired4 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,259 miles
    Test number
    456763472091
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAt the time of test the engine management light was on
    • AdvisoryBoth front seatbelts are slow to return
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe direction indicators fail to self cancel
    • AdvisoryThe offside front wheel bead rim is damaged

  7. Pass107,840 miles (+4,659)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,840 miles
    Test number
    683388949068
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass103,181 miles (+1,948)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    103,181 miles
    Test number
    204112531287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    101,233 miles
    Test number
    994099168476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,233 miles (+2,235)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,233 miles
    Test number
    980898399753
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass98,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    98,998 miles
    Test number
    231649124244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,998 miles (+1,458)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,998 miles
    Test number
    159854096980
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testSide repeater incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass97,540 miles (+16)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    97,540 miles
    Test number
    985600935085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield loose

  14. Fail97,524 miles (+3,525)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,524 miles
    Test number
    137779625432
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield loose

  15. Pass93,999 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,999 miles
    Test number
    375412253374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir-leak
    • NoteEngine management light on

  16. Fail93,999 miles (+2,678)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,999 miles
    Test number
    967562853308
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir-leak
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Pass91,321 miles (+3,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    91,321 miles
    Test number
    115952613414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass88,146 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    88,146 miles
    Test number
    338061512078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail88,146 miles (+8,234)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,146 miles
    Test number
    238861112079
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass79,912 miles (+9,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,912 miles
    Test number
    333295110229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass70,519 miles (+7,511)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,519 miles
    Test number
    321884429212
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked
    • NoteOff side front ant roll bar linkage cover split

  22. Pass63,008 miles (+7,599)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,008 miles
    Test number
    404111108257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,409 miles (+8,149)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    733285017282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,260 miles
    Test number
    390724526499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y227 VSD

Does Y227 VSD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y227 VSD expired on 31 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y227 VSD?
The MOT on Y227 VSD expired on 31 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y227 VSD done?
Y227 VSD was recorded at 124,016 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2022, an average of 4,806 miles a year.
Has Y227 VSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y227 VSD has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2021.
Has the mileage on Y227 VSD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y227 VSD find?
Y227 VSD passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2022 with 9 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (both); front oil leak, but not excessive (under engine); front steering box has seepage, and 6 more.

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